Lunchtime talks with Dr Eugene Broderick on Éamon de Valera

Dr Eugene Broderick’s third instalment of his four lunch time history lecture series examining the years 1932—1938, which witnessed the political dominance of Éamon de Valera. These were dramatic and turbulent times in the Ireland’s history and had a significant impact on the development of the Irish State. Many of the events of this period still cast their shadow over contemporary Ireland.

So please come along and enjoy learning about our past.

‘The Bitterness of Irish Politics, 1932-1938’

The toxic character of Irish politics, in particular the divisions and tensions caused by the IRA and the Blueshirts, is explored.

Date: Wednesday 21st of February

Time: 1.15pm

Venue: Medieval Museum, Viking Triangle, Waterford

Cost: Only €5 for each talk (all proceeds go towards the Museum acquisition and conservation fund)